AAPOS 2026
Overview
The only major US conference dedicated to pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus. If you sell pediatric vision screening devices, pediatric ophthalmic instruments, strabismus surgical tools, or child-friendly diagnostic equipment, AAPOS is the only place to reach this specialized community.
Key Facts
- Host organization: American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
- Primary specialty: pediatric ophthalmology
- Scale: mid
- Geography: US
- International attendance: ~10%
Best For
Buyer Stage Fit
Booth Costs
Booth pricing not yet verified for AAPOS. Request our research →
All-In Cost Estimate (10×10 Inline)
| Space rental | — |
| Drayage | $1,200 – $2,500 |
| Electrical (20A) | $300 – $450 |
| Carpet/padding | $200 – $400 |
| Cleaning (3 days) | $150 – $250 |
| Lead retrieval (1 unit) | $400 – $900 |
| Wi-Fi | $500 – $1,500 |
| Estimated total | $4,000 – $10,000 |
Does not include travel, staffing, booth display, or marketing materials.
Audience
Annual Meeting attendance averaged over 1,200 professionals in recent years, including approximately 900 physicians. 51st Annual Meeting in 2026. Small, focused community of pediatric eye specialists.
- Purchasing authority: ~55% of attendees
- Effective buyers: ~660
- Cost per effective buyer: $10.61 ($7,000 all-in ÷ 660 buyers)
- International attendance: ~10%
Venue & Logistics
- Venue: Westin Boston Seaport District Hotel, Boston, MA
- Management company: AAPOS (in-house)
- Move-in: March 18, 2026 12:30 PM - 7:00 PM
- Move-out: March 21, 2026 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who Else Exhibits
Exhibitor data coming soon for AAPOS.
Our Take
Why Exhibit
The only major US conference dedicated to pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus. If you sell pediatric vision screening devices, pediatric ophthalmic instruments, strabismus surgical tools, or child-friendly diagnostic equipment, AAPOS is the only place to reach this specialized community.
Why Skip
Very small, niche audience (~1,200). Non-pediatric ophthalmic devices are better served at AAO or ASCRS. Hotel-based exhibit area limits booth sizes and display capabilities.
Insider Tips
AAPOS is a tight-knit academic community. Relationship-building matters more than booth size. Boston Seaport District is a modern, well-connected venue. The 900 physician attendees are almost all decision-makers in their departments.
Buzzbox Score: 7.2 / 10 (Strong)
7.2 out of 10. A solid, dependable show for the right exhibitor. Carried by data transparency (8.8: booth pricing published and exhibitor prospectus available). The lightest dimension is editorial value (7.0, "who should skip" note included). The only major US conference dedicated to pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus.
How we score
Six weighted factors, each scored on a 0 to 100 rubric then normalized to a 7.0 to 10.0 band. Every show on this list cleared a relevance bar to be included, so 7.0 is the floor; the number tells you how far the leaders pull ahead.
Solid (7.4): 55% purchasing authority.
Strong (8.6): $20/sqft, under the $39 median and elevated cost per qualified buyer (~$11).
Strong (8.8): booth pricing published, exhibitor prospectus available, and 3 key deadlines published.
Solid (7.3): society-run exhibits (in-house) and non-union venue (simpler, cheaper move-in).
Solid (7.0): "who should skip" note included, the flagship / largest show in its niche, and broad device-category relevance.
Solid (7.4): mid-size with room to grow.
Key Deadlines
| Deadline | Date |
|---|---|
| Exhibit Installation | 2026-03-18 12:30PM-7:00PM |
| Exhibit Dates | 2026-03-19 to 2026-03-21 |
| Exhibit Dismantle | 2026-03-21 11:00AM-3:00PM |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a booth cost at AAPOS?
An all-in 10×10 booth at AAPOS runs roughly $4,000–$10,000, including space rental, drayage, electrical, carpet, and basic services. Travel, staffing, and booth display are additional.
How many people attend AAPOS?
AAPOS draws approximately 1,200 attendees. Annual Meeting attendance averaged over 1,200 professionals in recent years, including approximately 900 physicians. 51st Annual Meeting in 2026. Small, focused community of pediatric eye specialists.
When is AAPOS ?
AAPOS is scheduled for March 18-22, 2026. Location: Westin Boston Seaport District Hotel, Boston, MA.
Is AAPOS worth exhibiting at?
The only major US conference dedicated to pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus. If you sell pediatric vision screening devices, pediatric ophthalmic instruments, strabismus surgical tools, or child-friendly diagnostic equipment, AAPOS is the only place to reach this specialized community..